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Private tour from Auckland - Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Zealong Tea & Kiwi Bird

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Waitomo
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Duration
10 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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Language
English
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Discover New Zealand's wonders with a private tour from Auckland. Explore the serene Zealong Tea Estate, enjoy a boat ride in the magical Waitomo Glowworm Caves, and encounter native birds.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

We have Combined 3 of New Zealand's unique experiences in this tour around the Waikato; Zealong Tea Estate, Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Otorohanga kiwi Sanctuary.


The tour starts by picking you up from your centrally located Auckland hotel, the first stop is the Zealong Estate where you will have the opportunity to explore New Zealand's only commercial tea estate selling organic tea. Learn all about the history and making of the tea and of course try it! You will also walk along the trail and see unique sculptures and scenery.


The next stop is Waitomo caves where your guide will take you on a 50 mins group tour teaching you about these creatures and enjoy a magical boat ride through the caves. Followed by a lunch at the iconic open air restaurant


Finally the last stop is at New Zealand's largest free-flight dome aviary, here you can get up close to New Zealand Native birds and reptiles at Otorohanga Kiwi House before driving back to Auckland for drop off.


What You Get

Private transportation
All taxes, fees and handling charges
On-board WiFi
WiFi on board
Gratuities

Good To Know

  • Infant seats must be requested at least 24 hours in advance (extra charges apply)
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • A minimum of 2 people is required for the tour to operate
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

What You’ll Experience

Auckland (Pass By)

Pick up & drop off can be arranged anywhere in Auckland, Hamilton, Rotorua or Tauranga
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Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Enter a magical cave surrounded by thousands of tiny glowing worms, sit back on your guided boat tour through the caves and gaze at what looks like a starry night sky. Known as one of New Zealand’s best natural attractions, take a boat ride through the glow worm grotto, marvel at thousands of magical glowworms and become part of over 130 years of cultural and natural history. Discover an ancient world 30 million years in the making and marvel at Mother Nature’s light display as you glide silently through the starry wonderland of the Glowworm Grotto. Experience the serene ambience as you enter this galaxy of tiny living lights. The glowworm (Arachnocampa Luminosa) is unique to New Zealand, making the Waitomo Glowworm Caves an absolute must-do. See thousands of these tiny creatures as they radiate their unmistakable luminescent light in a subterranean world.
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included
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Otorohanga Kiwi House

Get up close to the iconic kiwi bird, tuatara and various other unique native wildlife at the Otorohanga Kiw House. This organisation has been a sanctuary for New Zealand native birds and reptiles since 1971. The family-friendly Park offers close up viewing of NZ's national bird, the Kiwi. There are also ponds, wetland areas and walk-through aviaries including a giant dome aviary. The not-for-profit wildlife and conservation centre displays Kiwi birds all day in specialised moonlit nocturnal houses complete with burrow cameras. And it breeds rare native New Zealand wildlife for release to the wild.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Included
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Zealong Tea Estate

Experience New Zealand's only commercial tea estate, producing 100% organic world class tea at the Zealong Tea Estate. Zealong is the only commercial tea estate in NZ producing 100% organic award winning tea. Embark on a tea-infused culinary journey or explore the fascinating world of tea with our Discover Zealong Tea Experience. Relax over a high tea at the Zealong Tea House, sample our tea or take something home with you from our retail boutique.
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included

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Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Earliest available date: May 5, 2025
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals